GET (AWAY) Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

Definition of get (away)

as in to get off

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noun

ˈge-tə-ˌwā

as in escape

the act or an instance of getting free from danger or confinement the bank robbers jumped into the waiting car and made their getaway

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Hudson was previously spotted on her Grecian getaway a few weeks ago, wearing a bright pink bikini in photos obtained by TMZ. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 7 July 2026 Thanks to the World Cup being in Kansas City, the Royals-Phillies series wrapped up Monday, which is an unusual getaway day in baseball. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026 Many of these homes are available as vacation rentals, making Figure Eight Island the perfect destination for travelers seeking a secluded beach getaway. — Abby Price, Southern Living, 7 July 2026 Pope Francis had eschewed the Castel Gandolfo getaway during his 12-year pontificate and had turned the Apostolic Palace on the main piazza into a public museum. — Nicole Winfield, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for get (away)

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Acuff got off to a much better start after struggling to make shots in his summer league debut on Saturday.

— Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026
Ronaldo got off a backward kick with his right foot after a header by teammate João Félix bounced off Simón’s shoulder.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 July 2026

Definition of get off

Noun

From adults-only pools to tranquil spas, these luxury resorts offer relaxing escapes tailored to travelers over 50.

— Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 7 July 2026
From there, he will be housed at another state correctional facility and his case will be referred to Nevada County District Attorney’s Office for possible escape charges, the statement read.

— Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of escape

Noun

When the Wright brothers first flew, the doubt was never about whether the machine worked, but whether flight would ever be something ordinary people used without a second thought.

— Charlotte Kiang, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
Perfect for running errands, getting lunch with friends, and long-haul flights, these pants are your new summer wardrobe staple.

— Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026

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